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Pediatric Surgical Oncology

Pediatric Surgical Oncology

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Depending on your child’s type of cancer, surgery can play a critical role in their treatment. At Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), the experts on our pediatric surgical oncology team have extensive experience in every type of cancer that requires surgery, including neuroblastoma, brain tumors and bone cancer.

Because we have treated so many children, our pediatric oncology surgeons are deeply familiar with everything that can happen during a complex surgery. Having a world-class surgical oncology team enables us at the Cancer Center to provide the best possible care for your child.

We work together to gain a thorough understanding of your child’s condition and then create a long-term treatment plan. Every step of the way, we will be by your side.

Conditions we treat

We treat every type of pediatric cancer that can require surgery.

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Why choose us for pediatric oncologic surgery

Communication within our pediatric surgical oncology team and with your child's home medical team sets us apart. Another key aspect of your child’s experience is the dedication of our nursing staff, child life specialists, teachers, and art and music therapists. Every person your family encounters is here to make a difference for your child.

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Meet your team

Your child will be cared for by a world-renowned pediatric surgical oncology team. Every person on your child’s team has the same goal: to see your child thrive.

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Our locations

Get information about pediatric oncologic surgery available at our Philadelphia hospital.

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Pediatric surgical oncology resources

We have gathered resources to give you information and help you find answers to your questions.

Patient stories

Our Stories
When a CT scan showed a tumor in Jake’s brain, he was sent to CHOP immediately for surgery. Doctors diagnosed the mass as Ewing sarcoma, a type of cancerous tumor.

Events

Connections: CHOP/Momcology Group for Caregivers

Wednesday, Sep 04, 2024

Attend the monthly Connections: CHOP/Momcology group for caregivers with information, activities and opportunities for peer-to-peer support.

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